PlayBook Cook II

About the Role

Colonial Downs Group (CDG) is owned and operated by Churchill Downs Incorporated and consists of several different brands across Virginia: Colonial Downs Racetrack, Rosie's Gaming Emporium, Rosie's Game Room, and Virginia Horseplay. CDG is an inclusive and fun place to work. We celebrate unique approaches and points of view. We believe diversity is a mindset that drives excellence. We're always learning, evolving, and growing. We innovate through mutual respect of ideas and collaboration. This allows us to build a common language that inspires our team members and propels us toward the achievement of our vision.

Job Summary

Responsible for following menu specifications and standard recipes by safely preparing food items for direct consumption by guests.

Responsibilities

• Provides medium complexity hot and cold food preparation, including accompaniments and garnishes in accordance with established recipes and guidelines.
• Maintains comprehensive knowledge of advanced food preparation and handling techniques.
• Maintains knowledge of all kitchen equipment operations, including tear down, cleaning, and maintenance. Will be required to wash dishes/pots/pans/etc. sweep/mop, take out trash, and breakdown boxes as needed – list not all inclusive.
• Maintains extensive knowledge of safety and sanitation rules and practices.
• Prepares appetizers, entrees, salads, and desserts following provided recipes for restaurant, bar, and special functions.
• Prepare and execute menu items for the restaurant in a timely manner.
• Follows recipes, portion controls, and presentation specifications.
• Visually inspects all food sent from kitchen and ensures plates are clean and appetizing.
• Completes food temperature checks daily.
• Tastes all food items prepared for quality assurance.
• Completes preparation records and stores food items properly at close of meal service.
• Follows all safety and sanitation rules and practices.
• Maintain clean, safe, and sanitary work areas, follow all food safety standards.
• Work with front of the house to meet pacing and special guest requests (including allergies and intolerances).
• Ensures all food preparation and assembling is done in accordance with established procedures and recipes.
• Demonstrates knowledge of fire and departmental safety procedures.
• Takes necessary precautions and follows correct procedures for lifting, equipment operation and knife usage.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated interpersonal skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work quickly and efficiently in a fast-paced environment as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in presentation.
• Knowledge of kitchen sanitation and regulations for workplace safety.
• Ability to multitask.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One (1) year related experience.
• Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.
• Must obtain and maintain ServSafe certificate.
• Must obtain and maintain a valid racing license.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• The Team Member will be required to stand for the duration of the shift.
• While performing the duties of this job, the Team Member is frequently required to sit or stand; walk; use hands to finger reach, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.
• The Team Member may be required to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work standing 100% of the time.
• The Team Member is subject to endure heat and moisture in a kitchen setting.
• The Team Member may be required to work long hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
• The work environment may vary in levels of crowds, noise, and exposure to secondhand smoke, depending on the assigned station and guest volume at the property.

Pay

$16.00